Namesake Mecosta, Michigan Laid down 16 August 1972 In service 1973 Construction started 16 August 1972 Length 33 m | Awarded 9 August 1971 Acquired 17 May 1973 Out of service 2003 Launched 26 March 1973 Builder Marinette Marine | |
Mecosta (YTB-818) was a United States Navy Natick-class large harbor tug named for Mecosta, Michigan.
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Construction
The contract for Mecosta was awarded 9 August 1971. She was laid down on 16 August 1972 at Marinette, Wisconsin, by Marinette Marine and launched 26 March 1973.
Operational history
Stricken from the Navy List 28 March 2003, Mecosta was transferred to the Local Redevelopment Authority 17 March 2004.
References
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